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Helping Hand Behavioral Health
Addictions Counselor -FT Dayshift -Clayton
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$39,819 / year median in New Jersey
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Helping Hand Behavioral Health, an Addiction Treatment and Co-Occurring Substance Use & Mental Health program, is seeking a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor to assist in helping clients to achieve holistic, whole-person wellness and recovery. Seeking a FT Addictions Counselor to work Monday-Friday on the Dayshift. The preferred applicant will possess a NJ CADC with a Bachelors degree in a related field, or a